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Journey into the deepest corners of your soul with our Fresh Friday Features as your guide. These introspective comics feature tales of authors and characters looking deep within, overcoming (literal) demons, fierce storms, and the ghosts lurking in their pasts to become better, stronger people. Learning more about yourself, and thus coming out stronger, there's nothing you can't do!

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Comic - Gender Queer:  In 2014, Maia Kobabe, who uses e/em/eir pronouns, thought that a comic of reading statistics would be the last autobiographical comic e would ever write. At the time, it was the only thing e felt comfortable with strangers knowing...

Greetings, human. Presenting a curated selection of robot comics for today's What's Trending, where our advanced, mechanical kin take center stage. Enjoy these titles, where the intersection of artificial intelligence, ethics, and human interaction, and the marvels of robotic ingenuity take will amaze you. *beep boop*

Red Light, 84 pages - Published by AWA Studios, (cc/ @ChrisF-AWA)

A futuristic erotic thriller by newcomer Sarah H. Cho and Priscilla Petraites! Lacy is an A.I. sex worker in a futuristic Red Light District. And Lacy knows exactly what her clients want—better than they know it themselves. Housed in a high-tech brothel under the watchful eye of the...

Gripping tales of healing, hope, and humanity fill our Popular Last Week list, featuring six indie comics centered around medical stories. From heart-wrenching dramas to inspiring acts of courage, these comics offer a profound look at the complexities of medicine, medical research, and the everlasting strength of the human spirit.

Veronica & Mona, 65 pages - Published by DoctorLoops, (cc/ @DoctorLoops)

The often-lewd misadventures of Veronica and Mona, two best friends working as nurses at a (questionable) hospital. Veronica does her best to keep things running smoothly, while Mona tends to play around with her patients too much (though they don't seem to mind). If...

Welcome to the July 8th through 13th edition of This Week on GlobalComix, where we feature new arrivals hitting digital shelves.

Upcoming stories include a variety of Xena: Warrior Princess books, and Chastity from Dynamite Entertainment; Energon Universe from Image Comics; lots of new Power Rangers content from BOOM! Studios; Fool's Gold by Tokyopop; and our latest exclusive vertical adaptation - Wasted Space by Vault Comics.

Monday, July 8

Xena: Warrior Princess - New Arrival

Taking place some time after the series finale of Xena: Warrior Princess and before the events of the "Contest of Pantheons." - featured in...

Wrapping up our Pride Month celebrations, we've got a special Top 10 Most Popular LGBTQ+ comics of the last 30 days just for you. From devious cat boys, to gun-wielding succubi, and vampire gangs, there's a queer story bound to fit your fancy!

Black Cat, 794 pages - Published by Starkonut, (cc/ @Starkonut)

(BL comic) Jackson Keaton, a New York detective have a mysterious case in hand. In need of help from the Altair Order; he is thrown into the world of exorcists, phantoms, and devils. Partnered with a new captain, Zero Takahashi, a beautiful young man with cat ears? Who too hold mysteries of his own. Will Jackson be able to save his city or will he be eaten alive by the...

Welcome to July's first edition of This Week on GlobalComix, where we feature new arrivals for you to sink your teeth into.

We have a great slate of releases dropping, including Barbarella, which landed a film adaptation starring Sidney Sweeney; Firepower Vol. 6 by Kirkman & Samnee; and Gender Queer, which John Oliver recently supported in the fight against book banning.

Monday, July 1

Barbarella - New Arrival

Barbarella has been lied to. Worse, she's been weaponized, and someone's going to answer for that, for sure. (Well, assuming she survives the judgement of the Esseverine sun-giants, and an armada of a thousand ships...)

Star...

Longing for an escape into fun and fancy-free life? So are the characters in our Fresh Friday Features this week. Running from bounty hunters, the past, reality, or destiny, there's lots of things to be afraid of, but lots to be gained by facing them! Root for these characters, or against them, as you read their stories and join them on their escape-plans!

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Graphic Novel - The Scourge of Ninepoint:  The kittezens rest in peace knowing that this “calico scourge” is disposed of. At least, that’s what they thought. Marble, a rare male calico, manages to escape his fate when he is adopted by a family of raccoons.
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Power, technique, and spirit of martial arts define today's What's Trending. Navigate intense battles, personal growth, and rich cultural traditions. Whether you're a fan of dynamic fight scenes or deep philosophical insights, these comics will deliver a knockout punch of entertainment and inspiration.

Uzumaki, 121 pages - Published by Silent shush publishing, (cc/ @DashingSilentInventor)

(fan fic) I never made a manga before I thought I would try make one as a way to improve my drawing ability, this is a story about a girl trying her best to win a fight.

Story and Art by Silent shush publishing

Anomaly Hunters, 70 pages - Published by D...

Our Creator Interview series returns with Youtuber and prolific creator Jennie Gyllblad. Creator of many comics, but more known for Skal, Jennie has been creating for a long time, and focused on a wide breadth of comics. Biographical, fantastical, it's a bit of everything! Jennie also creates content for her JennieGyllblad YouTube channel, giving back the community and providing a space for discussion of the medium and industry. With that let's dig in.

GlobalComix: Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you started making comics.

Jennie Gyllblad: Hej! My name is Jennie Gyllblad – I'm originally from Northern Sweden, but I've been living and...

Last week for our Pride Month history series, we looked at two impactful creators in the Queer comics space, Shou Arai and Alison Bechdel. Today we'll be discussing LGBTQ+ comics that you should be reading, and taking a look into some books that have been banned across libraries in the United States due to their queer content.

Kicking off this article are two books that I have found enjoyment in reading, FunGirl and LumberJanes. Fungirl is a story about a girl, Fungirl, just trying to get her life together, watching it fall apart, and embracing the chaos of it all. I think chaos is a great way to describe the vibe of this book, as I found it unpredictable in a...

From our moon to the farthest reaches of space, there's enough exciting story in our Popular Last Week to keep you occupied. Whether it's revenge-hungry planet-trotters, or looking to make a friend, there's lots of gallivanting around the galaxies to do with these titles! Enjoy.

Rook: Exodus, 90 pages - Published by Image Comics, (cc/ @GCpartnerships)

GEOFF JOHNS (GEIGER) and JASON FABOK, the celebrated team behind the smash hit Batman: Three Jokers, reunite for an all-new science fiction series! Hundreds of years from now, the man known as Rook was once a simple farmer who fled the crumbling Earth for a new life on the planet Exodus; a terraformed planet where...

Welcome to This Week on GlobalComix, where we highlight upcoming series. Let's dive in and check out some new arrivals and updates this week.

Monday, June 24th

Jim Henson's The Storyteller: Tricksters - New Arrival

"WHO IS THE GREATEST MISCHIEF MAKER OF ALL TIME? Is it the King of Stories, Anansi? Or Eshu, the Nigerian trickster god? Perhaps Thor’s infamous brother, Loki? Or cunning Reynard the Fox? Discover these legendary tricksters and judge for yourself through the lens of The Storyteller as he regales his faithful canine companion… and you! Jim Henson’s The Storyteller: Tricksters showcases four clever tales of mischief makers...

Something wicked this way comes, stalking right into our Fresh Friday Features! Ancient evils long sealed away, mythical clay figures brought to life, a Filipina occult investigator, and a coven in the heart of New York under attack. There's evil afoot and we might need more salt. On second thought, grab the mermaid salt. Stay safe out there, friend.

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Comic - Cult of the Lamb:  In a land pervaded by cruelty and evil, the most innocent among us—young Lamb, the last of their kind—was selected to become a final dark sacrifice. Their death would forever seal the darkest of the Old Gods from our realm and usher in a new age.
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Science can be exciting and full of action! Our What's Trending will blow your mind with all the scientific conspiracies, secret missions, wild experiments, and expeditions. Grab your travel testing kit, cause today's science lessons are outside the lab.

Infinite Evolution, 66 pages - Published by Void Visions, (cc/ @voidvisions)

An element of change comes to earth and makes a part of the population mutate in unpredictable and incredible ways. Now, superhumans are a thing and if no one does anything the world might descend into absolute chaos. In the middle of this, James Raven, a bad tempered college student sees his world turn upside down and his status quo changes...

Last week for our Pride Month history series, we looked at the history of LGBTQ+ representation and presentation in manga. For today's article, we're looking into two creators who have made waves using their own lived experiences as the focus of their works, Shou Arai and Alison Bechdel. Truly iconic creators, both have spent many years creating works based on their own experiences and lean into activism and providing a voice for their communities. Creators like these two are monumental in LGBTQ+ voices being heard and understood and can help educate society about issues facing LGBTQ+ communities.  

Shou Arai is defined as an "Essay Mangaka" known...

Our Creator Interview series returns today with another creator of queer comics, Alex, also known here as Dulceskull. Their comic Pink Sugar has been hosted here on the platform since 2022 and boasts nearly 400 pages following a “speed run of the afterlife”. I recently took my dive into the series while looking for more queer creators to read, and I've absolutely fallen in love with this comic, and its stellar artwork. I'm so pleased to have Alex here for you all today. With that, let's get into it!

GlobalComix: Tell us a little bit about yourself and how you got into making comics.

Alex Bar: Howdy! I’m Alex, and I am a butch lesbian. I am my...

Come with us into the shadowed alley of our Popular Last Week and get initiated into the family! Secret organizations, crime rings, nobody you can trust, these titles will have you watching your back, and carefully looking around each panel.

Void Rivals, 30 pages - Published by Image Comics, (cc/ @GCpartnerships)

The climactic return to the SACRED RING!   Thrown before the highest authority for their crimes against the Sacred Ring, will Darak and Solila’s newfound alliance hold strong?  THE MOST SHOCKING NEW SERIES OF THE YEAR CONTINUES!

Story and Art by Lorenzo De Felici, Matheus Lopes, Robert Kirkman

John Wick, 138 pages - Publishe...

Welcome to This Week on GlobalComix, where we highlight new series available to read in the coming week. Let's dive in and check out some of the new arrivals and updates coming this week.

New Arrivals

Monday, June 17th

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Recharged - New Arrival

When a Ranger is forced to make a decision that will forever change the Power Rangers, what will their legacy become? As stories end and converge, and new beginnings arise, join the Power Rangers and kick off a brand new journey! News of a deathly threat reaches the team-one that threatens every Ranger, Earth, and even a home long since destroyed. As the climactic battle against...

What's up with comedians these days? This edition of Fresh Friday Features wants to help lighten your heart this weekend with funny titles with wholesome, positive stories. Indomitable, spirited characters with a desire for fun, justice, or simply aiming for a better life with lots of laughs along the way.

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Comic - Bumkats!: The absurd misadventures of Tripp and Felton, two mischievous stray cats.
• Graphic Novel - Roopster Roux: Steve Harvey and crimestopper Roopster Roux once again bring justice to their town by fighting a new threat-Victor Vain.
• Manga - Freaky 1/2: Victoria Vespera is the best hunter in the land! Or so she thinks. One day...

When only the more chic and fashionable will do, check out today's What's Trending with titles readers are loving right now! Museum escapades, deviant cat-boys, demon hunting, and banished warriors, there's something anyone can enjoy. Reader-picked from only the finest LGBTQ+ titles to have for your end-of-week reading, enjoy!

Love, inks and museum links, 170 pages - Published by Kotokot, (cc/ @Kotokot)

When Eric's first hookup with Daniel goes horribly, they decide to move on. But fate has other plans as they end up working together in a museum. While Eric continues exploring his sex life, he meets Alex. As the story unfolds, the dynamics between Eric, Alex, and...

Our Creator Interview series returns today with LycheeDevil, also known as Vee, a professional freelance artist and mangaka. I came across Vee's work on Twitter during the Summer of Manga contest in 2023 held by Saturday AM in which she submitted her title Scarlet Vagabond. They were published as a result, and I've been following her since. Vee also puts out helpful advice and tips about making manga on her social media, and is continuing to work with Saturday AM. A rising star in the manga community and a helpful one at that, so she's a perfect feature for this interview series.

GlobalComix: Tell us a little bit about yourself and why you started making manga and...

Last week for our Pride Month history series, we looked into the past of the Stonewall Uprising and how it helped launch the queer comics movement into what we have today. Now, we'll take a look at queer manga, LGBTQ+ representation, and now to navigate the space with some core genres and demographics. Navigating queer and LGBTQ+ manga is a bit harder due to the different terminology and the stigma being queer has held in Japan. For this article, we'll also be featuring The Flower That Seems to Truly Dance by Tokyopop from their Love x Love line, and a manga I discovered only recently, NOIR by NOIR.

When compared to the United States or the United Kingdom, Japan has been...

Our latest Popular Last Week is full of all the zombie action you can't handle (but have to read)! Fresh from the grave, lurking in the murky swamp, or deep space, you can't escape this zombie horde!

The Walking Dead (Compendium), 4331 pages - Published by Image Comics, (cc/ @GCpartnerships)

Just in time for the new season of The Walking Dead on AMC, the fan-favorite, New York Times bestselling series returns with its FOURTH massive paperback collection! With over 1,000 pages, this volume contains the next chapter of ROBERT KIRKMAN and CHARLIE ADLARD 's Eisner Award-winning continuing story of survival horror. From the Whisperers to the Commonwealth, Rick Grimes...

Dig down deep for these Fresh Friday Features titles. In honor of Pride Month, on this first Friday in June, we're going on journeys to explore the self. From accepting your faults and leaning into them, to adjusting to a changing identity, and loving yourself as you are, these stories can serve as the inspiration and catalyst to go on your own introspective adventure.

This week, @ArtCrumbs picked:

• Comic - Fungirl by Elizabeth Pich: Fungirl is a hapless (hopeless) mess of a woman.
• Graphic Novel - Pearl of the Sea: Since her mother left, Pearl has spent more and more time in the ocean, fishing to help her father pay the bills.
• Manga - At 30, I Realized I Had No Gender:...

You've got to be a little insane if you're going to come up with new tech and science to advance humanity! Today's What's Trending peeks into the lives of questionable heroes living in worlds full of advanced technology. Whether they seek to serve their own selfish desires, or better humanity, each are forced with ethical conundrums to accomplish them.

Coexistence, 1233 pages - Published by Next_Jen, (cc/ @NextJen)

This universe is filled with wondrous alien species, unique worlds, and threats across the cosmos. One of these threats is the Vex Imperium. Hax, a commander of the Imperium, lands on Earth looking for an artifact. There, his path crosses with a human...